02 — National Visa

Residency Pathway Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

2 weeks – 1 month

Estimated Cost

EUR €200

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Official Information

Overview

Visit family or friends in Poland for stays up to 365 days.

The D-02 National Visa allows non-EU nationals to stay with family and friends in Poland for up to 365 days. It requires a formal invitation from a Polish host, accommodation proof, travel medical insurance (€30,000 minimum), and financial means. Processing takes 15 working days from payment, extending to 30 days if documents require examination. The €135 fee is submitted via e-konsulat.

The visa permits year-long stay and Schengen travel but does not authorize work. Spouses cannot work; dependents are allowed. A valid passport (3+ months validity) and signed host invitation are required. The applicant must maintain sufficient finances throughout their stay.

This visa is ideal for family members, close friends, or partners seeking extended time in Poland to maintain relationships, provide care, or attend significant life events, with stable financial means.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

1 year

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Formal invitation from family or friend in Poland

Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay)

Proof of relationship or friendship

Proof of accommodation

Proof of financial means

Health insurance

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport (issued within 10 years, valid 3+ months beyond intended stay, with at least 2 blank pages)

Completed Application for National Visa (via e-konsulat system, printed and signed)

Color passport photo (3.5 x 4.5 cm, white background, less than 6 months old)

Travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage for entire stay)

Invitation letter from the friend or relative in Poland, stating the relationship, address, and telephone number

Copy of the ID card or residence permit of the inviting person

Proof of accommodation for the entire period of stay (hotel booking, lease agreement, or registered invitation from Voivodeship Office)

Proof of financial means (bank statements from last 3 months or salary slips)

Flight reservation showing arrival and departure dates

Proof of legal residence in consular district

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Stay up to 365 days while maintaining ties with family or friends in Poland
Renewable visa allowing multiple year-long stays for family visitation
Affordable €200 fee, accessible option for family reunification
Dependents allowed to accompany visa holder
Fast processing of 15-45 days from payment

Worth Knowing

Requires formal invitation from Polish family member or friend
Must prove financial means and health insurance for full stay duration
No work authorization—cannot accept employment in Poland during visa validity
Dependents require separate applications with their own documentation
Not a pathway to permanent residence or citizenship—remains temporary visa status
No extension within Poland—must leave and reapply from abroad to renew